Lenovo ThinkPad P15s Gen 1 (20T5) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 3 (21D9)

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Lenovo ThinkPad P15s Gen 1 (20T5)
Lenovo ThinkPad P15s Gen 1 (20T5)

Our Rating: 78 %

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad P15s Gen 1 (20T5) and Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 3 (21D9). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

Lenovo ThinkPad P15s Gen 1 (20T5) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad P15s Gen 1 (20T5) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

good security features

reliable performance

heavy compared to competitors

limited graphics capability

average display brightness

higher price point

Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 3 (21D9) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 3 (21D9) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

powerful processor options

excellent keyboard feel

good thermal management

reliable security features

heavy chassis

average battery life

limited color accuracy

expensive base model

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad P15s Gen 1 (20T5) and Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 3 (21D9)
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
82 % - Design
75 % - Display
88 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad P15s Gen 1 (20T5) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 3 (21D9) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad P15s Gen 1 (20T5) Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 3 (21D9)
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.58 cm x 24.8 cm x 1.91 cm 36.65 cm x 25 cm x 2.27 cm
Weight 1.75 kg 2.226 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre, polyphenylene sulfide, polyamide Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top)
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad P15s Gen 1 (20T5) Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 3 (21D9)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 15.6" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, DC dimming
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad P15s Gen 1 (20T5) Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 3 (21D9)
CPU Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10610U / 1.8 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12800H / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.9 GHz 4.8 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 14-core
Cache 8 MB 24 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad P15s Gen 1 (20T5) Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 3 (21D9)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (1 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported 48 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR5 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed 2666 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 4800 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad P15s Gen 1 (20T5) Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 3 (21D9)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Samsung 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Kioxia
RAID Level - RAID 0, RAID 1
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad P15s Gen 1 (20T5) Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 3 (21D9)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA Quadro P520 / Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA T600 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 2 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 2 GB GDDR5 SDRAM 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features ThinkShutter camera privacy Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards Dolby Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium, Dolby Voice
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad P15s Gen 1 (20T5) Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 3 (21D9)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 Card Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
WWAN
Generation - 4G
Technology - LTE
Controller - FIBOCOM L860-GL - M.2 Card
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad P15s Gen 1 (20T5) Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 3 (21D9)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 6-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 68 Wh
Battery Life Up to 16.5 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad P15s Gen 1 (20T5) Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 3 (21D9)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 135 Watt, 20 V
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad P15s Gen 1 (20T5) Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 3 (21D9)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad P15s Gen 1 (20T5) Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 3 (21D9)
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4) (1 free)
1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Dock
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad P15s Gen 1 (20T5) Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 3 (21D9)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Pro
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad P15s Gen 1 (20T5) Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 3 (21D9)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested, self-healing BIOS Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS, TCG Certified
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
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